- Pay starts at $28, based on experience and with possible opportunities for bonuses
- Paid training
- Opportunities for internal advancement
- Birthday off and paid
- Possible annual PTO and medical benefits
- We look for bright, energetic people, willing to roll up their sleeves, take on new assignments, and juggle many things at once while happily asking, "is that all you've got?"
- In return for your efforts, you'll have an opportunity to work for a fast‑growing, creative, and culture‑driven company with a prudent opportunity for growth. You'll also get to help promote a life‑changing learning experience and growing team every day.
- Being a swim instructor, you will be provided the training to teach swim lessons to children and adults, starting at 3‑month old, following the British Swim School aquatics program that is gentle, fun, and progressive. You will be assigned to a class schedule developed by manager(s) and interact with swimmers, and parents and/or guardians.
- Reports directly to and supports the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
- Work a flexible schedule.
- Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.
- High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
- Enthusiastic personality.
- Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed
- Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment.
- Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics‑specific training and testing.
- Experience working with children.
- Swimming experience: 1‑2 years preferred but not required.
- Customer service skills: 1 year preferred.
- Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training).
- High School Degree
- Child development
- Safe & happy work environment
- Where else might you get to sing at work?
- Flexible work schedules and hours
- Making this a great role for students, parents, and anyone with a busy lifestyle
- A rewarding job with competitive pay
- All while making a true difference in your community
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- We believe in investing in our team member's skills and knowledge, providing a pathway for career advancement and personal success.
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Swimming Instructor - West Vancouver - Usswimschools
Description
Swimming Instructor & Lifeguard
About Us:
A position at British Swim School is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in the lives of your community to ensure "survival of the littlest".
Compensation and Benefits (dependent on franchise owner)
The Position:
At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that's not all We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers' goals We are a team of fun‑loving people that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it
Working at British Swim School you will notice that…
Your Typical Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation: $ $35.00 per hour
Keywords:
We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the "Survival of the Littlest."
Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.
Benefits
Our mission is "To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer."
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